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We Love What Makes You UniqueYour perspective fuels our mission-driven work at United Way of Greater New Haven. We are committed to building a team that is inclusive across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and lived experience. As an organization, we are&nbsp;<a href="https://www.uwgnh.org/equity-statement" target="_blank">committed</a> to addressing systemic racism and injustice in our community, our partnerships, and our practices.&nbsp;Who We Are Looking ForAre you passionate about using your organizational talents as a force for good in our community? Are you energized by working in a fast-paced environment and helping organizational leaders execute their duties with promptness and accuracy? Do you enjoy managing schedules, coordinating events, and facilitating connections through various administrative duties?&nbsp; And are you able to fulfill your responsibilities with discretion, while maintaining organizational confidentiality?If so, our Executive Assistant position may be perfect for you.What you’re great at:&nbsp;<ul><li>You excel at planning and execution of meetings and events.&nbsp;Do you love organizing events? Do you enjoy planning all aspects of a meeting to ensure it runs smoothly?&nbsp; In this position you will work directly with the CEO to support events and meetings in various areas of the organization, such as:&nbsp;<ul><li>Scheduling and administration of virtual and in-person Board of Director meetings, including managing technology and producing minutes</li><li>Planning and coordinating logistics for key donor events</li><li>Scheduling meetings for the CEO with donors, prospective donors, prospective board and committee members, CEO’s, community leaders, etc.</li></ul></li><li>You are adept at project and task management.&nbsp;Do you have the organizational skills to ensure tasks are completed effectively and on time? Does the opportunity to organize others to achieve common goals bring you energy?&nbsp; Are you adept at the art of influencing others without having direct-line authority?&nbsp; The Executive Assistant will be crucial to ensuring achievement of organizational goals, through responsibilities such as working with Board members to support their ability to complete tasks, supporting donor campaigns through tracking assignments and providing administrative support to staff and volunteers, and assisting the CEO with organizing key projects to completion.</li><li>You’re an effective written and verbal communicator. Do you excel at clearly and concisely conveying messages to various recipients?&nbsp; Do you enjoy preparing and executing messages via all forms of communication, such as email, written, phone, or in-person? The Executive Assistant works closely with the CEO to ensure effective communication, both externally and internally. This includes, but is not limited to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Preparing correspondence and reports to funders and United Way Worldwide.</li><li>Assisting with engagement of major donors through mailings and CEO outreach.</li><li>Updating and maintaining the Board’s SharePoint site and ensuring Board member access to the site.&nbsp;</li><li>Answering calls to the main phone line and greeting visitors to the office in the absence of the Administrative Assistant.&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>You’re a team player.&nbsp;The Executive Assistant works closely with every department at United Way. As the CEO’s go-to team member, you will interact with all staff across the organization, as well as United Way partners, to ensure our operations run smoothly.&nbsp; You'll work to keep leadership running and our constituents feeling connected. And of course, there will be other duties as assigned.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>What You Need:<ul><li>A Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university and/or equivalent of employment and education experience.</li><li>Previous experience supporting an executive preferred.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>Proficient with MS Office365 and demonstrated comfort in learning new software/ online tools as needed.</li><li>Experience with customer relationship management database; Salesforce a plus.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Creative, customer-focused service skills to achieve desired results.</li><li>Excellent people skills.</li><li>Attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.</li><li>Good time management skills.</li><li>A commitment to discretion and confidentiality.</li><li>Ability to work with diverse staff and volunteers.</li><li>Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of UWGNH.&nbsp;</li><li>Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.&nbsp;</li></ul>In accordance with organizational policies, this position requires a criminal background check as a condition of employment.&nbsp;This is a full-time, onsite position, located at our office in New Haven, CT.&nbsp;The pay range for this role is $58,000 - $64,000 annually.Please submit a cover letter and resume.&nbsp;About United WayUnited Way of Greater New Haven brings people and organizations together to create solutions to Greater New Haven’s most pressing challenges in the areas of Education, Health, and Financial Stability grounded in racial and social justice. We tackle issues that cannot be solved by any one group working alone. We operate according to these organizational&nbsp;<a href="https://uwgnh.org/sites/uwgnh/files/2024-03/UWGNH%20Our%20Values%202024-website.pdf" target="_blank">values</a>.United Way is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that marginalized communities - such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color - are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. United Way of Greater New Haven is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging – so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings!To Apply:<a href="https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/2602622" target="_blank">United Way Of Greater New Haven Inc - Executive Assistant (paylocity.com)</a>

United Way of Greater New Haven

Executive Assistant

Join Our Team! Career OpportunityWe are searching for&nbsp;Senior Manager of Corporate Engagement&nbsp;&nbsp;who is a leader&nbsp;responsible for&nbsp;responsible for establishing and achieving annual fundraising goals for assigned high value accounts, including strategies to increase donor participation, leadership giving and financial support to United Wayand be part of our United Way team located in Hartford CT.What You’ll Do:Account Management and Fundraising:Responsible for establishing and achieving annual fundraising goals for assigned high value accounts, including strategies to increase donor participation, leadership giving and financial support to United Way.&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Develops and implements year-round engagement strategies with assigned workplace accounts to retain current and attract new donors to raise more revenue and increase donations directed to United Way.&nbsp;The individual will&nbsp;focus on high value/revenue generating accounts, the focus on business development and possible leadership volunteer management.&nbsp;</li><li>Represent United Way by attending at least one external networking event per month to build relationships.&nbsp;</li><li>Establish and build strong individual relationships within assigned accounts to cultivate strong year-round engagement with United Way through giving, advocacy, and employee/volunteer engagement including strategies that directly impact emerging leaders.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage stewardship and cultivation of an assigned caseload of leadership volunteers.</li><li>Serve as a primary staff contact for companies and individuals within established areas regarding the giving; special events; corporate sponsorships; strategic investments; and employee engagement.&nbsp;</li><li>Leads presentations and corporate engagement events within portfolio and beyond as needed.&nbsp;</li><li>Strategically secures funds outside of annual workplace campaign, including corporate sponsorships, special events and employee engagement projects.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Works collaboratively with internal departments to meet annual revenue and engagement goals.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Ensures accuracy and timeliness of account data input within the organization’s Stratus Live system, including timely and accurate processing of campaigns in partnership with Finance.&nbsp;</li></ul>Business Development:<ul><li>Create a new business development strategy that fosters growth in sponsorship dollars, corporate gifts and employee giving efforts.</li><li>Partner with Senior Manager of Affinity Groups to pursue opportunities for growth in United Way’s regional priority areas.&nbsp;</li></ul>Leadership Volunteer Management:Provide support for development related committees as needed.&nbsp;About You:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in business related field required.</li><li>Three to five&nbsp; years fundraising, or sales experience required.</li><li>Experience in workplace giving and/or corporate philanthropy preferred (United Way and/or corporate workplace giving campaigns)</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required, and customer relationship management (CRM) preferred.</li><li>Entrepreneurial, strategic thinker and solution oriented.</li><li>Inspirational, can do spirit leadership.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple priorities, and able to react and adjust quickly to changing conditions.</li><li>Excellent communication skills; able to communicate effectively and articulately in writing and orally.</li><li>Ability to keep their composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful situations.</li><li>Strong customer focus in all tasks and activities, even while at times under pressure.</li><li>Solid relationship management skills enhancing internal organizational relations, external community interactions, and in business development opportunities.</li><li>Ability to perform job with integrity and values consistent with United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut.</li><li>Ability to relate well with people from diverse groups.</li><li>Holds self and other team members accountable for achieving results.</li><li>Driver’s license and valid transportation required.</li></ul>Application Information:Qualified applicants should submit a resume and a cover letter describing 1) their qualifications and experiences 2) salary requirements, and 3) how they learned about the position to:&nbsp;United Way of Central and Northeastern CT&nbsp;Human Resources&nbsp;&nbsp;30 Laurel Street&nbsp;Hartford, CT 06106&nbsp;Email: <a href="mailto:positions@unitedwayinc.org" target="_blank">positions@unitedwayinc.org</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;No phone calls please.United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut is an equal opportunity employer M / F / D / V.Frequently cited statistics show that women and members of structurally marginalized and/or underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut encourages you to break that statistic and to apply. Few candidates will meet 100% of the qualifications. We look forward to your application.

United Way of Central and Northeastern CT

Senior Manager Corporate Engagement

Join Our Team! Career OpportunityWe are searching for&nbsp;Marketing Manager&nbsp;who&nbsp; will be a key player in developing content, managing social media platforms and designing and executing successful events that raise awareness, generate crucial funds to support United Way’s mission involves strategic planning, relationship building, and seamless execution of events that align with our mission and engage our diverse stakeholders, with a primary focus on maximizing fundraising opportunities to join our team in Hartford CT.&nbsp;What You’ll Do:Social Media:&nbsp;<ul><li>Collaborate with Director of Marketing to develop the monthly organizational social media calendar.</li><li>Create content and schedule posts.</li><li>Track metrics and report back to marketing team on engagement and growth.</li><li>Stay up to date with trends and best practices related to social media engagement and implement strategies appropriately.</li><li>Develop and manage an influencer and champion social media program for United Way.</li></ul>Content Generation:<ul><li>Write copy for event scripts and PowerPoint presentations, social media captions, event related e-mails and other content as needed by the department.&nbsp;</li></ul>Event Planning and Strategy:&nbsp;<ul><li>Work with the Director of Marketing to develop and implement a strategic events plan designed to engage, educate, and inspire key stakeholders including current and prospective donors.&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders to establish event objectives, target audiences, and financial targets. Plan and execute various events, including United Way’s Centennial Gala (one-time), annual signature events, corporate special events, donor education and appreciation events, and nonprofit partner engagement initiatives.&nbsp;</li><li>Work with Community Impact and Engagement team to ensure programmatic initiatives are appropriately featured.</li><li>Support Director of Marketing in the creation of high-quality program content, including drafting event agendas, session descriptions, and speaker talking points.&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborate with marketing team to develop event communications for print, website and social media.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage event vendor relationships and consultant relationships.&nbsp;</li></ul>Fundraising and Stakeholder Engagement:&nbsp;<ul><li>Create a third-party event guide and develop/manage relationships with possible strategic partners.</li><li>Collaborate with the development team to design and implement effective fundraising events, including maximizing sponsorship contributions.&nbsp;</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, sponsors, and community partners to enhance fundraising opportunities.&nbsp;</li><li>Work with organizational leadership to develop unique and meaningful engagement opportunities for United Way supporters and stakeholders.&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborate with the marketing team to promote events and fundraising initiatives effectively.&nbsp;</li><li>Act as the primary point of contact for event-related inquiries and donor communications.&nbsp;</li><li>Develop proof of performance packages and thank you strategies for event attendees and sponsors.</li></ul>Logistics Management:&nbsp;<ul><li>Oversee all aspects of event logistics, ensuring seamless coordination and execution.&nbsp;</li></ul>About You:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in marketing or business related field preferred</li><li>Experience in social media, event planning, and managing strategic partners preferred (United Way and/or corporate marketing campaigns)</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required, and customer relationship management (CRM) preferred.</li><li>Entrepreneurial, strategic thinker and solution oriented.</li><li>Inspirational, can do spirit leadership.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple priorities, and able to react and adjust quickly to changing conditions.</li><li>Excellent communication skills; able to communicate effectively and articulately in writing and orally.</li><li>Ability to keep their composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful situations.</li><li>Strong customer focus in all tasks and activities, even while at times under pressure.</li><li>Solid relationship management skills enhancing internal organizational relations, external community interactions, and in business development opportunities.</li><li>Ability to perform job with integrity and values consistent with United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut.</li><li>Ability to relate well with people from diverse groups.</li><li>Holds self and other team members accountable for achieving results.</li><li>Driver’s license and valid transportation required.</li></ul>Application Information:Qualified applicants should submit a resume and a cover letter describing 1) their qualifications and experiences 2) salary requirements, and 3) how they learned about the position to:&nbsp;United Way of Central and Northeastern CT&nbsp;Human Resources&nbsp;&nbsp;30 Laurel Street&nbsp;Hartford, CT 06106&nbsp;Email: <a href="mailto:positions@unitedwayinc.org" target="_blank">positions@unitedwayinc.org</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;No phone calls please.United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut is an equal opportunity employer M / F / D / V.Frequently cited statistics show that women and members of structurally marginalized and/or underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut encourages you to break that statistic and to apply. Few candidates will meet 100% of the qualifications. We look forward to your application.

Marketing Manager

Join Our Team! Career OpportunityWe are searching for&nbsp;Senior Manager of Affinity Groups&nbsp;who is&nbsp;a highly organized, self-directed, strategic thinker that effectively sets priorities and solves problems while developing cooperative, productive relationships with United Way’s affinity groups/donors. This position provides strategic oversight and guidance to lead those within each group’s membership portfolio, while ensuring the mission of United Way is reflected in the groups’ activities and be part of our United Way team located in Hartford CT.&nbsp;What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Serve as the staff manager for United Way’s Regional Advisory Boards, Women United and Emerging Leaders Society, developing and implementing strategies to deepen their engagement with United Way.&nbsp;</li><li>Achieve financial, growth and engagement goals associated with Regional Advisory Boards and affinity groups.</li><li>Manage a major gift and corporate engagement portfolio and achieve growth and retention goal.</li><li>Create/update and manage the business plans for each group, thereby guiding the work and establishing the function of each group.&nbsp;</li><li>Maintain governance guidelines and standards for all groups.</li><li>Manage budget(s) to include events and other costs associated with affinity group and Regional Advisory Board management.</li><li>Lead in efforts to achieve measurable goals designed to expand and deepen membership engagement.</li><li>Develop, test, promote and periodically refresh value-added membership portfolios.</li><li>Collaborate with other resource development staff in acquiring new members in and out of the workplace.</li><li>Prepare data-based reports on each of the affinity groups and Regional Advisory Boards to measure progress and drive future success and develop suggestions to further the effectiveness of the affinity group activities and strategies.</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul>Leadership Volunteer Management:&nbsp;<ul><li>Communicate clearly, regularly and effectively with Regional Advisory Boards, affinity group leadership committees and with the entire body of members, as feasible, to build coordination, teamwork, enthusiasm and a sense of common purpose. Specific activities include:</li><li>Prepare and distribute an appropriately branded communication plans for each group to build their engagement with United Way&nbsp;</li><li>Recruit, train and manage volunteers for the respective group</li><li>Collaborate with marketing to coordinate creation of accurate and branded collateral&nbsp;</li><li>Coordinate and lead regular meetings of Regional Advisory Boards and committees associated with affinity groups.&nbsp;</li></ul>Cross-Functional Collaboration:<ul><li>Provide guidance and direction for volunteer projects selected for affinity groups and regional engagement to support the mission of United Way&nbsp;</li><li>Partner with the Community Impact and Engagement team staff to ensure compelling mission-aligned event programming</li><li>In partnership with the Marketing team, plan and implement strategic, data-driven, branded, mission-focused affinity events that recognize, steward and further cultivate current donors, volunteers and prospects, increasing their engagement with the organization. Specific activities include:<ul><li>Work collaboratively with Marketing and Resource Development staff to create and hold strategic, branded, mission-focused events that are well attended.</li><li>Develop and implement event revenue generation plans in partnership with the Corporate Engagement Team and ensure fundraising goals are achieved.</li><li>Create communication plans for event close-out and follow up including evaluations and outcome reports.</li><li>Coordinate post-event financial reconciliation in partnership with the Fundraising Operations Team.</li></ul></li><li>Work in conjunction with the Chief Philanthropy Officer, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Development and Director of Corporate Engagement to identify potential donors and solicit donations where appropriate.</li><li>Serve as a Resource Development representative on internal project teams as needed.</li><li>Ensure compliance with insurance, legal, safety and health regulations.</li></ul>About You:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in business related field required.</li><li>Three to five&nbsp;years fundraising, or sales experience required.</li><li>Experience in workplace giving and/or corporate philanthropy preferred (United Way and/or corporate workplace giving campaigns)</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required, and customer relationship management (CRM) preferred.</li><li>Entrepreneurial, strategic thinker and solution oriented.</li><li>Inspirational, can do spirit leadership.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple priorities, and able to react and adjust quickly to changing conditions.</li><li>Excellent communication skills; able to communicate effectively and articulately in writing and orally.</li><li>Ability to keep their composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful situations.</li><li>Strong customer focus in all tasks and activities, even while at times under pressure.</li><li>Solid relationship management skills enhancing internal organizational relations, external community interactions, and in business development opportunities.</li><li>Ability to perform job with integrity and values consistent with United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut.</li><li>Ability to relate well with people from diverse groups.</li><li>Holds self and other team members accountable for achieving results.</li><li>Driver’s license and valid transportation required.</li></ul>Application Information:Qualified applicants should submit a resume and a cover letter describing 1) their qualifications and experiences 2) salary requirements, and 3) how they learned about the position to:&nbsp;United Way of Central and Northeastern CT&nbsp;Human Resources&nbsp;&nbsp;30 Laurel Street&nbsp;Hartford, CT 06106&nbsp;Email: <a href="mailto:positions@unitedwayinc.org" target="_blank">positions@unitedwayinc.org</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;No phone calls please.United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut is an equal opportunity employer M / F / D / V.Frequently cited statistics show that women and members of structurally marginalized and/or underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut encourages you to break that statistic and to apply. Few candidates will meet 100% of the qualifications. We look forward to your application.

Senior Manager Affinity Groups

Join Our Team! Career OpportunityWe are searching for Director of Individual Giving who is a leader&nbsp;responsible for the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual donors ranging from annual gifts of $1,000+ to major and planned gifts.&nbsp;The Director will be donor-centered, data-driven, innovative, and results oriented to meet fundraising goals and targets that lead to sustainable growth of the United Way’s individual giving program&nbsp;and be part of our United Way team located in Hartford CT.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Activate and lead a comprehensive individual giving program that facilitates donor retention and moves management at all giving levels through the implementation of donor strategy plans and stewardship processes that support a culture of philanthropy.&nbsp;(60%)</li><li>Willing to travel throughout our service area to build donor relationships and solicit and close major gifts ($10,000+), completing at least 50 face-to-face and virtual visits per fiscal year.</li><li>Primarily focus on individuals giving outside of workplace campaigns, but collaborate with Development colleagues to strategically engage, solicit, and steward individuals inside the workplace, as well.&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborate with Chief Philanthropy Officer to build a strong pipeline of blended and deferred gifts from current annual donors.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage and grow Tocqueville Societies.&nbsp;(30%)<ul><li>Recruit and activate volunteers to drive a major gifts strategy as part of the individual giving program.&nbsp;</li><li>Prepare executive leadership and volunteers for interactions with current and prospective major donors including briefings, meeting agendas and any required materials.&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Supervise the Senior Manager of Affinity Groups&nbsp; (10%)</li><li>In collaboration with the Chief Philanthropy Officer and the Senior VP of Marketing and Development, creates, implements, and makes on-going recommendations for organizational-wide donor portfolio management.</li><li>Maintain knowledge of current industry trends, best practices, and research to enhance development practices.&nbsp;</li><li>Perform other responsibilities as assigned.</li></ul>About You:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in business related field required.</li><li>Minimum five years fundraising, or sales experience required.</li><li>Experience in workplace giving and/or corporate philanthropy preferred (United Way and/or corporate workplace giving campaigns)</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required, and customer relationship management (CRM) preferred.</li><li>Entrepreneurial, strategic thinker and solution oriented.</li><li>Inspirational, can do spirit leadership.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple priorities, and able to react and adjust quickly to changing conditions.</li><li>Excellent communication skills; able to communicate effectively and articulately in writing and orally.</li><li>Ability to keep their composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful situations.</li><li>Strong customer focus in all tasks and activities, even while at times under pressure.</li><li>Solid relationship management skills enhancing internal organizational relations, external community interactions, and in business development opportunities.</li><li>Ability to perform job with integrity and values consistent with United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut.</li><li>Ability to relate well with people from diverse groups.</li><li>Holds self and other team members accountable for achieving results.</li><li>Driver’s license and valid transportation required.</li></ul>Application Information:Qualified applicants should submit a resume and a cover letter describing 1) their qualifications and experiences 2) salary requirements, and 3) how they learned about the position to:&nbsp;United Way of Central and Northeastern CT&nbsp;Human Resources&nbsp;&nbsp;30 Laurel Street&nbsp;Hartford, CT 06106&nbsp;Email: <a href="mailto:positions@unitedwayinc.org" target="_blank">positions@unitedwayinc.org</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;No phone calls please.United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut is an equal opportunity employer M / F / D / V.Frequently cited statistics show that women and members of structurally marginalized and/or underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut encourages you to break that statistic and to apply. Few candidates will meet 100% of the qualifications. We look forward to your application.

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